Figure 5-48. Pigeonhole-type metal storage rack.

TM 38-400/NAVSUP PUB 572/AFMAN 23-210 MCO 4450.14/DLAM 4145.12

inadequate dunnage could result in stacks collapsing

c. Storage racks for metal products .

when ground softens due to thawing or erosion. Also

(1) The following types of racks are utilized

stacks may collapse on surfaces such as asphalt when

for the storage of bar, pipe, tubing, angles, and other

the surface softens due to hot weather. Wooden,

elongated types of metal products:

masonry, or concrete dunnage, as appropriate, should

(a) Fixed pigeonhole-type (fig 5-48).

be used as beaming surfaces or for pile stabilization.

(b) Nesting type with automatic grab

b. Pallets. Pallets are utilized for the storage of

hook attachment (fig 5-49).

small metal products such as welding rods, tin, and lead

(c) Tree frame racks (fig 5-50).

Figure 5-48. Pigeonhole-type metal storage rack.

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